Partners are joint owners of a business. They are equally responsible for the decisions made on behalf of the business and have the same goals. However, partners are not always equal, like for instance, in some law firms where there are senior and junior partners. From a legal point of view, however, all partners remain… Read More
Barristers are different from solicitors in a variety of ways and are employed for different reasons. Most barristers work out of chambers located in the city, and are trained specifically in the justice and court system. As a result, they spend most of their time in the court room. Barristers combine a thorough understanding of… Read More
What is misrepresentation? Misrepresentation is when one party provides false information to another party that persuades them to enter into a contract. A contract is usually rendered void when a person has been induced to enter into it through misrepresentation. Types of misrepresentation There are three types that can occur in contract law. They are… Read More
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedures are suitable for settling disputes out of court and are generally faster and less expensive than litigation. ADR gives parties in dispute the opportunity to work through disputed issues with the help of a neutral third party. When used correctly, ADR puts the parties in control, by giving them an… Read More
If someone owes you money and won’t pay there are strategies you can use to recover the debt. Having an effective method to ensure debts are paid is vital for the longevity of any business, while the right course of action depends on the size of the debt and your ability to prove you are… Read More